PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER

PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #31 school district, located in STATEN ISLAND, NY with about 568 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PS 18 John G. Whittier is a public elementary school located in the West Brighton neighborhood of Staten Island, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is situated in a historic building that has long served the local community. It is known for its focus on providing a foundational education in a traditional neighborhood setting, emphasizing core academics while working to meet the diverse needs of its student population.

The school environment at PS 18 typically centers on fostering a supportive community atmosphere where teachers and staff prioritize social-emotional development alongside academic achievement. Like many schools in the Staten Island district, PS 18 aims to engage families through active parent-teacher involvement and various enrichment programs. It remains a focal point for the families in the 10310 zip code, functioning as a pillar of the neighborhood by providing a structured educational pathway for children during their formative early childhood and elementary years.

For more information, contact PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER at (718) 442-0216 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.